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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Castro, Neurologist in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Wilma Castro, MD is a Neurologist, who primarily practices in Ashland, KY. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Castro graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed her residency at LSU HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Castro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Castro’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Castro’s office at (606) 326-1557.
Where did Dr. Castro go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine | School of Medicine
Is Dr. Castro board certified as a Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Wilma Castro, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Castro speak?
Dr. Castro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neurologist like Dr. Castro typically treat?
As a Neurologist, Dr. Castro diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Castro. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
What procedures does a Neurologist like Dr. Castro typically perform?
As a Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Wilma Castro may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Castro's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Castro accept my insurance?
Dr. Castro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (606) 326-1557 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Castro accept in Ashland, KY?
Dr. Castro in Ashland, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Castro's office located?
What is Dr. Castro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Castro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073617015.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Castro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Castro
What is Dr. Wilma Castro's specialty?
Dr. Castro is a Neurologist near Ashland, KY.
What does a Neurologist do?
A neuropathologist is expert in the diagnosis of diseases of the nervous system and skeletal muscles and functions as a consultant primarily to neurologists and neurosurgeons. The neuropathologist is knowledgeable in the infirmities of humans as they affect the nervous and neuromuscular systems, be they degenerative, infectious, metabolic, immunologic, neoplastic, vascular or physical in nature.
Is this Dr. Wilma Castro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Castro is affiliated with Saint Mary's Regional Health System which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Wilma Castro accepting new patients in Ashland, KY?
Yes, Dr. Wilma Castro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wilma Castro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (606) 326-1557 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wilma Castro?
Please contact Dr. Castro's office at (606) 326-1557 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wilma Castro have?
Dr. Wilma Castro is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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